Mitsubishi L200 (DOUBLE CAB) and L200 (SINGLE CAB) recall: Door latching mechanism may malfunction in hot temperatures
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The locking mechanism in the door latch assembly may not operate properly in high temperatures. As a result the door may not latch correctly and may unintentionally open whilst driving. This may affect one or more doors depending on vehicle identification number.
- What to do
- Contact a Mitsubishi dealer to book the free repair. Modified assemblies are available and the remedy is to replace door latch mechanisms as identified by the manufacturer.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The locking mechanism in the door latch assembly may not operate properly in high temperatures. As a result the door may not latch correctly and may unintentionally open whilst driving. This may affect one or more doors depending on vehicle identification number.
The fix
Modified assemblies are available and the remedy is to replace door latch mechanisms as identified by the manufacturer.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| L200 (DOUBLE CAB) | 10 Dec 2015 | 5 Jul 2016 | 4,676 |
| L200 (SINGLE CAB) | 10 Dec 2015 | 5 Jul 2016 | 4,676 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 26 May 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.